29th June 2017

Here we've profiled three workshops that explore some common event-planning pain points. Each session is designed to give you practical takeaways and equip you with the skills and knowledge to tackle these challenges head on.

The lowdown: Being resourceful and being able to work to strict budgets are practically part of an event manager's DNA. Defining what needs to be achieved, what is feasible and how to get there are the prominent stages of planning an event.

What becomes more challenging than setting and measuring the costs involved to achieve each stage, is ultimately reducing those costs and maximising revenue.

This workshop will explore the tactics that can be implemented to squeeze more out of your event budget.

Matt is the CEO of The Conference Agency, which specialises in organising B2B conferences and events, especially for associations and membership bodies. He founded the agency after a 12-year career as an association conference producer and CPD education director with the National Court Reporters Association. He's organised large conferences in New York and San Francisco as well as exclusive retreats in the Caribbean.

Who’s it for? Event Professionals - those who organise events as a part of their job, and need to maximise value for money for their company.

Chris has 18 years experience in event courses and programmes, both public and business, with students ranging from highly experienced coordinators to novice event planners. He has taught over 500 training events to 3000 event managers, has a keen attention to detail and a passion for events that allows him to create content-led learning opportunities for the success of his and his clients' events.

Who’s it for? Event organisers seeking ways to compartmentalise work and relaxation, and who want to truly leave the office upon, you know, leaving the office.

What You'll Learn:

Learn new ways to combat the usual event stress in order to improve job and event performance

Acquire techniques on how to compartmentalise time at the office versus leisure

Leave with the skills and knowledge to eliminate inefficiencies in the event planning process

Master strategies to cope with daily distractions or disruptions while working

The lowdown: There are so many opinions and uncertainties swirling around Brexit, but how exactly will it affect the events industry?

It’s anyone’s guess over the next two years as negotiations and the my-stuff-or-yours begins, but it is important to recognise that Brexit symbolises an opportunity to change the events industry for the better.

Come to this session to gain insights into the likely implications of Brexit on our industry and strategise on how to future-proof your organisation.

Andy is KPMG’s director of external affairs and also oversees its public policy engagement in response to Britain’s exit from the EU. He has five years experience with CBI as director of campaigns and was a former special adviser to the UK government.

Who’s it for? Event industry suppliers serving the event sector both domestically and internationally, looking to ensure business stability and success in a post-Brexit world.

What You'll Learn:

Understand the scope of Brexit’s effect on the UK events industry

Maintain industry growth in event services

Implement techniques to Brexit-proof your organisation

Learn how to remain profitable during the coming negotiations and beyond

Register your interest for our exclusive half day pass and you'll have access to a stellar line-up of speakers, a handpicked selection of venues and suppliers and opportunities for fun networking activities with senior professionals in the industry.